@dig2dye2: It feels like you are living my life… my husband is 32yr Sergeant Sheriff, teacher, mentor who is experiencing profound hearing loss, as well as age related memory issues. He has worn hearing aids for 18 yrs, always choosing the best ones available and is not shy asking for audiologist to adjust when he is not pleased with them. Long story short, I have learned that the hearing loss correlates directly with the mental comprehension. This may be manifesting at your house? Perhaps you can speak with his audiologist and she can make aide adjustments?
I wish I had a solution to this situation. I know how tiring it is to repeat over and over. All spontaneity is lost! Communication is the basis of our relationship, but I find myself trying new ways to be understood. He takes picture on his phone of things we need to buy - acts as a reminder in the store. We make lists of things we want to do today. There is a note on the front door saying, “keys, wallet, ?” - reminders help!
That’s all I’ve got… best to you!
dbamos1945